
George p mathew
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Civil Engineer but every day looking for knowledge π
Joined September 2014
Hack #6: Stay hydrated and nourished π§ Dehydration and poor nutrition directly impact concentration. Keep water nearby and fuel your brain with healthy snacks. Your focus depends on how well you treat your body.
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Hack #5: Practice mindfulness π§ββοΈ Start your study session with 5 minutes of deep breathing or meditation. This simple practice calms your mind and helps you stay present and focused.
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Hack #4: Take short breaks β° Study for 25-30 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. This Pomodoro technique prevents burnout and keeps your mind fresh. Your brain needs rest to perform at its best.
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Hack #3: Avoid multitasking β Your brain can't effectively focus on multiple subjects at once. Stick to one topic at a time to prevent overwhelm and improve information retention. Single-tasking is the new multitasking.
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Hack #2: Organize your desk ποΈ Clutter = mental chaos. A clean, organized study area reduces visual distractions and creates a conducive environment for deep focus. Less mess, more success.
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Hack #1: Find the right study spot π Your environment shapes your focus. Choose a quiet, well-lit, comfortable space away from distractions like TV or noisy areas. Your brain will thank you for the consistency.
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Struggling to concentrate while studying? Here are 6 proven hacks that will transform your focus and boost your academic performance. Thread below π§΅
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Every atom is composed of three primary subatomic particles: π’ Protons π΄ Neutrons π΅ Electrons
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π Thinking in Systems - Donella Meadows Most problems are interconnected. Systems thinking helps you: See the bigger picture Identify root causes Find leverage points for real change Stop treating symptoms. Fix the system. Which book are you reading first? π
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π Scarcity Brain - Michael Easter Your brain evolved for scarcity but lives in abundance. This mismatch drives: Overconsumption Addiction Anxiety Awareness of these patterns helps you break free from craving cycles.
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π Grit - Angela Duckworth Talent Γ Effort = Skill Skill Γ Effort = Achievement Grit (passion + perseverance) predicts success better than talent. It's not about being the smartestβit's about not giving up.
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π Feeling Good - David Burns Your thoughts create your feelings, not the other way around. CBT teaches you to: Identify negative thought patterns Challenge distorted thinking Replace harmful thoughts with realistic ones
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π Atomic Habits - James Clear You don't rise to your goals. You fall to your systems. Make habits: Obvious Attractive Easy Satisfying 1% better every day = 37x better in a year.
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π Influence - Robert Cialdini The 6 principles of persuasion: Reciprocity Commitment/Consistency Social Proof Authority Liking Scarcity Understanding these helps you influence ethically and resist manipulation.
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π Emotional Intelligence - Daniel Goleman IQ gets you hired. EQ gets you promoted. The 4 components: Self-awareness Self-regulation Empathy Social skills EQ predicts success better than IQ.
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π Mindset - Carol Dweck Fixed mindset: "I'm not good at this" Growth mindset: "I'm not good at this YET" People with growth mindsets achieve more because they believe abilities can be developed through effort.
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π Man's Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl From Holocaust survivor and psychologist: "Those who have a 'why' to live, can bear with almost any 'how.'" The primary human drive isn't pleasure or powerβit's meaning.
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π Thinking, Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman Your brain has 2 systems: System 1: Fast, automatic, intuitive System 2: Slow, deliberate, logical Understanding cognitive biases like loss aversion and anchoring helps you make better decisions.
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10 books that will teach you more about human behavior than any psychology degree π§ A thread π§΅
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What's your biggest learning struggle? Tell me in the comments π¬
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